University of Buea, UNICEF launch Child Rights Centre to strengthen protection and advocacy in Cameroon

By Ikome Christie-Noella Eposi The University of Buea (UB) has taken a significant step in advancing the protection and promotion of children’s rights in Cameroon through a landmark partnership with UNICEF, culminating in the inauguration of a Child Rights Centre on campus. The initiative, formalized on April 30, 2026, during a ceremony at Amphitheatre 250, marks a new chapter in the role of higher education institutions as drivers of social change. The event brought together an array of stakeholders, including university authorities, development partners, government representatives, faculty members, students, and primary school pupils. The diverse participation underscored a shared commitment…